What is “Protection Mode” on My AV Receiver?
We've talked about Protection Mode on AV receivers before. What if this is the first time you've seen this particular error? What do you do? Continue Reading
CategorySurround Receivers
AV surround receivers and 5.1 or 7.1 receivers
What Volume Level is “Normal” on an AV Receiver?
Shouldn't you just be able to pick a volume level on your AV receiver and leave it alone? Why must you constantly be changing it? Continue Reading
Do AV Receiver Brands Sound Different?
There are long-standing claims that certain AV receiver brands have a different "sound" than others. Is there any truth behind the claims? Continue Reading
Denon AVR-X6800H AV Receiver First Look
Denon announced the AVR-X6800H with 140WPC, 11.4 channels (13.4 channels processed), and all the room correction you need. Let's discuss! Continue Reading
AV Receiver Wars: Pioneer Elite VSX-LX805 Vs. Integra DRX 8.4
In this round of AV Receiver Wars: Pioneer Elite VSX-LX805 Vs. Integra DRX 8.4, we pit two Flagship AV receivers against one another! Continue Reading
Denon Announces The AVR-X1800H
Denon announced The AVR-X1800H. A cycle update of 2021's X1700H, it offers 7.2/5.2.2, HDMI 2.1, and 80WPC, all with a $799 price tag. Continue Reading
I Upgraded My AV Receiver but Now My Subwoofer Volume Needs to Change?
If you upgrade your AV receiver with the same brand, will settings like the subwoofer volume change? They probably will. Here's why. Continue Reading
How Many 4k/120Hz HDMI Ports Do I Need on My AV Receiver?
HDMI 2.1 is the latest and greatest. If you aren't a gamers, how many 4k/120Hz HDMI ports do you actually need on your AV receiver Continue Reading
